Protect Yourself! Learn How to Get the Best Available Immigration Help

Shop smart!

Find a qualified legal services provider,

Ask questions, and

Get a second – or third – opinion before you decide who to hire.

Compare providers before you hire.

Look for a provider who will:

Answer your questions, and

Tell you your options.

Shop, check, and compare

Talk to 2 or more legal service providers,

Check each provider’s license/status, and

Don’t use anyone who doesn’t follow the rules explained here.

Do NOT hire anyone who:

Says “Trust me,” without answering your questions,

Guarantees that you will win your case, or

Promises you a work permit or visa right away.

In California, only 3 kinds of providers can help you with your immigration case:

Lawyers

Non-profit agencies with Accredited Reps (The U.S. government authorizes some people to help with immigration. They are called accredited representatives)

Bonded Immigration Consultants

WARNING - New Immigration Policy, but no new amnesty!

On Nov. 20, 2014, President Obama announced a new temporary relief from deportation for some immigrants. Not all immigrants will qualify. The policy focuses on parents of United States citizens and permanent residents. It is important that you get help from a non-profit agency, accredited representative, or lawyer. Do not pay anyone to wait in line.

SIREN | Services, Immigrant Rights, and Education Network

SIREN’s mission is to empower low-income immigrants and refugees in Santa Clara County through community education and organizing, leadership development, policy advocacy and naturalization services. We believe that all people regardless of legal status or nationality are entitled to essential services, human dignity, basic rights and protections, and access to full participation in society.

This event will bring together business and community people of all backgrounds to honor the efforts of leaders of the immigrant and refugee movement, and most importantly, to build a stronger movement that brings together our hopes and dreams for a brighter future where immigrants are valued, and their contributions are recognized.